Belle Isle Castle (8 Guests) details

Situated on the northern tip of Upper Lough Erne, Belle Isle is a 470-acre estate spread over eight picturesque islands. Inhabited since the 12th century and bought in 1991 by the Duke of Abercorn, it is now a vibrant working farm offering a wide range of attractive self-catering accommodation. The modernisation of the Castle, dating from 1680, was completed in 1993. Thereafter, the Coach House, followed by the farm courtyard, were skilfully converted to provide comfortable, linked holiday cottages.

Belle Isle Castle, one of the Coach House cottages and two of the Courtyard Cottages (Sycamore and Ash Cottage) are available to be booked by our guests. The properties are furnished to a high standard and imaginatively decorated with warm colours.

The town of Enniskillen, with its choice of restaurants and shops, is only 8 miles and there is a pub within a mile. Fermanagh offers some wonderful walking. A good base for exploring Sligo, Donegal and the north coast. An imposing double-vaulted entrance hall leads to an elegant drawing room with a magnificent open fireplace. Fine English and Irish antiques, rattan furniture from the spice island of Cebu and striking Russian paintings from St. Petersburg all help to create the room's comfortable and welcoming ambience and floor-to-ceiling windows offer views of the sunken garden and beyond. The Grand Hall, a vast banqueting room complete with its own minstrels' gallery, seats 65 guests. Antique furniture and paintings by Victorian masters are all offset beautifully by the dramatic colour scheme created by international interior designer, the late David Hicks.
We offer other options at this location, which may be of interest if you need to accommodate a different sized group. The others are:NI007 (Belle Isle Castle (sleeping 17)

The Clock Tower details

Baronscourt, home of the Duke of Abercorn's family since 1612, is located in the west of County Tyrone, the largest county in Northern Ireland. The Estate is set in spectacular countryside and guests will have the opportunity to walk around the lakes and woodlands. Golfers can enjoy concessionary golf on the 18-hole Newtownstewart Golf Course that forms part of the Estate. Baronscourt Estate offers specialised driven woodcock shooting during the winter months, rough shooting, two private beats to let on the River Mourne for spring salmon, summer grilse and autumn salmon fishing as well as pike fishing. There are 12 varied walking routes provided for guests use and numerous forest trials and routes for mountain bikes in the area.

We offer a choice of two properties: The Clock Tower is over, and to the left of, the entrance to the Stable Yard in the centre of the Baronscourt Estate. The outlook to the east is over unspoilt parkland and the west overlooks the courtyard. The Governor's Lodge is adjacent to The Clock Tower and also has an east facing outlook over parkland.

Sycamore Cottage details

A lovingly restored courtyard, originally built to house working animals in 1860, is now home to eight modern cottages. This listed building, brimming with character, forms the perfect base for your relaxing short break.
Belle Isles intention was to conserve these historic buildings so they resolved to let the quirks of the form dictate the features of the resulting cottages.

Both Sycamore and Ash cottage are decorated to a high standard with unique period furnishings and a wood burning stove.

Both cottages have their own grassy outside area with barbecue and a picnic table. Indoors you will find modern amenities with a private kitchen, spacious lounge, modern bathroom and plenty of space to relax.

Belle Isle guests may reserve one of their well-equipped boats for twenty pounds per day.

Coach House 2 details

A lovingly restored courtyard, originally built to house working animals in 1860, is now home to eight modern cottages. This listed building, brimming with character, forms the perfect base for your relaxing short break.
Belle Isles intention was to conserve these historic buildings so they resolved to let the quirks of the form dictate the features of the resulting cottages.

Both Sycamore and Ash cottage are decorated to a high standard with unique period furnishings and a wood burning stove.

Both cottages have their own grassy outside area with barbecue and a picnic table. Indoors you will find modern amenities with a private kitchen, spacious lounge, modern bathroom and plenty of space to relax.

Belle Isle guests may reserve one of their well-equipped boats for twenty pounds per day. This handsome stone building, with an iconic bell and clock tower, built in 1856 to shelter the Castle's coaches and horses, has views over the courtyard.
Beautiful period details shine in this luxurious cottage. An exposed brick wall surrounds a crackling wood burning stove in the spacious, open plan living/dining room.

Outside, catch the evening sunset while making use of your private picnic table. Wander off the patio and into a woodland park bustling with birds and wild flowers, then follow a hidden path to find yourself at the shore of Upper Lough Erne. Peace and tranquillity is here when you need it, so return to your guests and spread the word.

There is an award winning Cookery School, www.irishcookeryschool.com. Courses range in length from one day, weekend, 5 day and 4 week courses - further details can be obtained from the Belle Isle Estate Office.

Ash Cottage details

A lovingly restored courtyard, originally built to house working animals in 1860, is now home to eight modern cottages. This listed building, brimming with character, forms the perfect base for your relaxing short break.
Belle Isles intention was to conserve these historic buildings so they resolved to let the quirks of the form dictate the features of the resulting cottages.

Both Sycamore and Ash cottage are decorated to a high standard with unique period furnishings and a wood burning stove.

Both cottages have their own grassy outside area with barbecue and a picnic table. Indoors you will find modern amenities with a private kitchen, spacious lounge, modern bathroom and plenty of space to relax.

Belle Isle guests may reserve one of their well-equipped boats for twenty pounds per day.

Belle Isle Castle (17 Guests) details

Situated on the northern tip of Upper Lough Erne, Belle Isle is a 470-acre estate spread over eight picturesque islands. Inhabited since the 12th century and bought in 1991 by the Duke of Abercorn, it is now a vibrant working farm offering a wide range of attractive self-catering accommodation. The modernisation of the Castle, dating from 1680, was completed in 1993. Thereafter, the Coach House, followed by the farm courtyard, were skilfully converted to provide comfortable, linked holiday cottages.

Belle Isle Castle, one of the Coach House cottages and two of the Courtyard Cottages (Sycamore and Ash Cottage) are available to be booked by our guests. The properties are furnished to a high standard and imaginatively decorated with warm colours.

The town of Enniskillen, with its choice of restaurants and shops, is only 8 miles and there is a pub within a mile. Fermanagh offers some wonderful walking. A good base for exploring Sligo, Donegal and the north coast. An imposing double-vaulted entrance hall leads to an elegant drawing room with a magnificent open fireplace. Fine English and Irish antiques, rattan furniture from the spice island of Cebu and striking Russian paintings from St. Petersburg all help to create the room's comfortable and welcoming ambience and floor-to-ceiling windows offer views of the sunken garden and beyond. The Grand Hall, a vast banqueting room complete with its own minstrels' gallery, seats 65 guests. Antique furniture and paintings by Victorian masters are all offset beautifully by the dramatic colour scheme created by international interior designer, the late David Hicks.
We offer other options at this location, which may be of interest if you need to accommodate a different sized group. The others are:NI006 (Belle Isle Castle (sleeping 8)